Nigeria’s Super Eagles of Nigeria have defeated the Bafana Bafana of South Africa on penalties in the semifinal of the ongoing 2023 African Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The Eagles won 4-2 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw after 120 minutes.

South Africa-based Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was the hero of the night as he saved two penalty kicks, to send Nigeria to her 8th AFCON final.